Get ready to embark on a mouthwatering journey through the bustling streets of Beijing with this irresistible Meat Sauce Noodles recipe that promises to transport you straight to the heart of Chinese cuisine. In just 45 minutes, you'll create a dish so flavorful and authentic, your family and friends will think you've been secretly trained by a master chef in China's culinary capital. Prepare to elevate your home cooking game and impress everyone with this simple yet incredibly delicious traditional Beijing-style noodle dish!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 200g ground beef
- 100g noodles
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping green onions, mincing garlic and ginger, and measuring out sauces.
- Heat sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until it becomes fragrant.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil, stirring quickly to prevent burning and release their aromatic flavors.
- Add ground beef to the wok, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula and cooking until it's fully browned and no pink remains.
- Season the beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper, stirring to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Meanwhile, bring a separate pot of water to a boil and cook noodles according to package instructions until they are al dente.
- Drain the noodles and rinse briefly with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Add the cooked noodles to the meat mixture in the wok, tossing gently to coat the noodles with the sauce.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top and give a final quick stir.
- Transfer to serving plates and garnish with additional green onions if desired. Serve hot.
Tips
- Choose high-quality ground beef with a bit of fat content for maximum flavor and juiciness.
- Toast your sesame oil briefly before adding garlic and ginger to enhance its nutty aroma.
- Break the ground beef into very small pieces while cooking to ensure even browning and texture.
- Don't overcook the noodles - aim for al dente to prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for the most vibrant flavor profile.
- For extra depth, consider adding a small amount of chili oil or Sichuan pepper for a subtle kick.
- Always have your ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking to ensure smooth execution.
- Adjust seasoning to taste - some prefer more soy sauce or a touch more oyster sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 256kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 35mg
